Franklin Elementary School serves 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklin Elementary School's student population of 407 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklin Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
57%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?
407 students attend Franklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Franklin Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklin Elementary School?
Franklin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Franklin Elementary School offer ?
Franklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Franklin Elementary School part of?
Franklin Elementary School is part of Sterling CUSD 5 School District.
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